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Description

The Plaster of Paris, a versatile and pure gypsum-based plaster, is your key to creating a wide range of artistic pieces. From moulds and ceramics to ceiling and wall decorations, this plaster can bring your creative visions to life.

How to mix the Plaster Of Paris for castings and moulds:

  1. Use clean, warm water between 15-25 degrees.
  2. About 1.3 L of water for every 20 kg Plaster of Paris powder.
  3. Add the Plaster of Paris into the bole or container with clean water.
  4. Leave to soak for about 3-5 minutes; it depends on the room temperature.
  5. Mix gently to the desired consistency.
  6. Pour the mix now into the mould.
  7. Shake gently for the air bubbles to disappear.
  8. Remove from the mould.
  9. Oven-dry your mould or air it.

We also stock Gilder’s Whiting for making Gesso.

Shipping

Shipping within New Zealand:

  • Enjoy free shipping on orders of $300 or more.
  • All orders are processed daily and shipped via NZ Post with a Track and Trace number.
  • Urban: from $10. Rural: from $12.
  • Saturday Delivery: from $24 (parcel will be delivered on Saturday).
  • Large or heavy products incur an extra shipping fee, which is applied automatically at checkout.

Shipping to Australia:

  • We dispatch orders to Australia daily. If you place your order before 2pm AU time, you can expect to receive your order within 10 days.
  • Orders placed after 2pm are processed the following business day.
  • All are shipped via DHL, FedEx or NZ Post (whichever is cheaper) with a Track and Trace number.
  • Our online shipping cost is estimated to the best of our ability. However, if you believe it is too high, please let us know.

Worldwide Shipping:

  • Add all the products you want to buy to your cart and then go to checkout.
  • Enter your address to get the shipping cost for your country.
  • Paying by PayPal: we receive your funds instantly and process your order immediately.
  • Paying by Bank Transfer: Make your payment and email us a screenshot so that we can process your order soon.
  • All orders are packaged nicely and securely, and a shipment tracking number will be emailed to you.
  • We use DHL, FedEx or NZ Courier to ship your parcel.
  • You can expect to receive your order within 15 days.
Gilding Size

Choosing the right gilding size is crucial for successful application. For special gilding projects, refer to the guide on Choosing The Right Gilding Adhesive.

Use the chart below to determine the right gilding size for your project

Gilding SizeIndoorOutdoorGenuine leafImitation leafPorous surfaceNon-porous surfaceWater-basedOil-basedReady inYou have open time
AquaYESYESYESYES1h60h
CeramicYESYESYESYESYES30min1h
InstacollYESYESYESYESYESYES30min1h, 48h
LefrancYESYESYESYES1h24h
LefrancYESYESYESYESYESYESYES1h3h
MissionYESYESYESYES15min1h
MiniatumYESYESYESYES30min1h
OtariYESYESYESYESYESYESYES4h4-12h
PermacollYESYESYESYESYES1h1h, 48h
Rapid StoneYESYESYESYESYES30min1h
Powder SizeYESYESYESYES30min1h
SigncollYESYESYESYES30min4-12h
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